Coinmarketcap Research and Footprint Analytics have released a report on the expanding role of Bitcoin in decentralized finance (defi). The report highlights that Bitcoin's role in defi has evolved from being a peer-to-peer currency to becoming a significant player in the defi ecosystem. Innovations like Rootstock and Taproot enable Bitcoin to support complex financial applications such as decentralized exchanges and smart contracts. The report states that Bitcoin-based defi projects have locked in a total value of $1.07 billion as of September 2024. Despite challenges like scalability and transaction speed, Bitcoin's security and decentralized nature make it an appealing platform for defi. Innovations like layer two solutions and sidechains are helping Bitcoin handle defi activities without compromising its security and decentralization. The report predicts further growth for Bitcoin in defi as technical obstacles are overcome and the regulatory environment adapts, potentially reshaping the broader crypto landscape.



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